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Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Grant helps St Giles Animal Rescue Centre equip new cattery
AN animal rescue centre has built a new, modern cattery with help from a grant secured through the Cash for Charities campaign.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:44:08 +0100
Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with dog in their car
The Highway Code contains advice and rules for people on Britain’s roads, including pet owners.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:44:00 +0100
Chat Bench installed at the Hamp Estate in Bridgwater
A ‘CHAT bench’ has been installed in Bridgwater to encourage more people to have conversations with people who may be experiencing loneliness or isolation.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 13:38:00 +0100
Gallery: Wetlands Day at the Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
CHILDREN took a hands-on approach to learning about vital ecosystems at the Somerset Brick and Tile Museum in Bridgwater on Thursday, August 18.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 13:15:00 +0100
Gallery: Wedmore Harvest Home returns after two-year hiatus
A TRADITIONAL celebration of the harvest returned to Wedmore for the first time in two years with a  “blinder” of a procession and a successful luncheon.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:36:00 +0100
Gallery: Clayhill Arts' open evening at Bridgwater Cinebarn
BRIDGWATER's new 40-seat cinema housed within a former hay barn officially opened to the public on Wednesday (August 17).

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:01:56 +0100
Beach clean and birdwatching at Bridgwater Green Week
BRIDGWATER Green Week got underway on Sunday (August 21) with a couple of great fun events.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:41:20 +0100
Morrisons recall and ‘do not eat’ warning due to salmonella fears in mango products
Symptoms of salmonella can include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 17:51:30 +0100
Fire beside Willowman off M5 at Bridgwater
EMERGENCY services were called to a fire next to the iconic Willowman statue beside the M5 in Somerset.

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Attractive four-bed barn conversion in North Petherton
The Old Granary as its name suggests is an impressive conversion from former farm barns to a stunning four bedroom detached family home.

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 14 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 13:31:01 +0100
Woman dies in collision on A303 near Wincanton
A YOUNG woman has died in a road collision in Somerset.

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 11:48:29 +0100
Uncertainty over future of Cineworld in Yeovil and Weston
UNCERTAINTY surrounds the future of two cinemas in Somerset.

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Chinese antiques sell for £1,700 in Taunton
AN antiques auction house might not be your first thought when considering the current tricky economic climate, but perhaps it should be.

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:30:00 +0100
When you'll be able to get your Covid-19 autumn booster jab
THE autumn Covid booster vaccine is being rolled out in early September.

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100
BTC celebrates results of its first-ever T levels cohort
STUDENTS who opted to study T levels at Bridgwater & Taunton College (BTC) are celebrating an excellent set of results.

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100
UNEARTHED: 1935 Bentley stored in farmer's shed for 68 years
A 1935 Bentley stored in an old cart shed for the past 68 years has been unearthed.

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:47:00 +0100
Bridgwater & Taunton College students celebrate A level results
THE hard work has paid off for these Bridgwater & Taunton College (BTC) students who are celebrating a fantastic set of A level results.

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:02:00 +0100
Priory Court Care Home in Burnham to close in November
A BURNHAM carehome is due to close in November after a review of the building found it “will not be fit for purpose for our residents for the foreseeable future”.  

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:55:46 +0100
Drivers face Friday afternoon delays on M5 in Somerset
Drivers are facing delays on the M5 and other roads across Somerset due to holiday traffic.

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 10:14:44 +0100
Bogus St Margaret's boss Jon Andrewes must repay £100,000
A CHARLATAN who cheated his way into the top job at a Taunton charity has been ordered to repay almost £100,000 of his ill-gotten gains.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:00:49 +0100
21-day ban for driver doing 112mph on dual carriageway
RECENT cases dealt with by Taunton Magistrates' Court include.

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 11:09:45 +0100
Somerset Cost of Living Crisis Appeal
PEOPLE are being asked to dip into their pockets to help others in Somerset struggling to make ends meet.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 08:31:41 +0100
A level results day in Somerset
Hundreds of teenagers across Somerset are getting their A level results today (Thursday, August 18). We'll be bringing you results and reaction as they come in. Check out how your school or college has done. Send us your stories and pictures.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 16:59:30 +0100
PCs and PCSOs to administer lifesaving spray to addicts
A REFORMED heroin addict from Taunton has told how his life has been saved several times after overdosing.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 15:41:00 +0100
Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards nominations open
NOMINATIONS are now open for the Sedgemoor Excellence Business Awards, an annual ceremony organised by the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:57:00 +0100
Persimmon Homes apologises for ‘mess’ left in Chilton Polden
RESIDENTS living near a 26-property development in Chilton Polden have expressed disappointment after the site was left a “complete mess”.

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 11:54:30 +0100
Toddler injured after collision with mobility scooter in Weston-super-Mare
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a collision involving a toddler and a mobility scooter in Weston-super-Mare.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:03:48 +0100
When is Flying Ant Day 2022 UK? Heatwave sparks warning to UK households
Every summer, usually in July or August, you'll suddenly notice flying ants appearing everywhere in the UK.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:38:00 +0100
Bridgwater couple wrongly billed after British Gas error
A BRIDGWATER couple have expressed concern after receiving final demand bills for over £1,400 quarterly electricity payments – despite using a pay-as-you-go meter.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:18:38 +0100
Yellow thunderstorm warning across Somerset
PEOPLE across Somerset are being warned to expect some thunderstorms and torrential rains today (Wednesday, August 17).

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:01:25 +0100
Police seize 'abandoned' lorry causing 'nuisance' to public
POLICE in the Sedgemoor area have seized this "abandoned" lorry.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Wessex Water defends six-figure executives' bonuses
WESSEX Water has defended six figure bonuses paid to four senior executives following an attack by a district councillor.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cricket St. Thomas Hotel are recruiting
Fancy the commute to somewhere rather wonderful… surrounded by more than 200 years of history, parkland, lakes and a friendly-faced team? Come and work in an historic manor with perks and fun along the way.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:15:05 +0100
New date Brits will be charged to enter holiday hotspots in 2023 including Spain
It means Brits traveling to any of 26 countries will have to apply and pay for electronic travel authorisation.

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:10:22 +0100
Lidl recall and 'do not eat' warning over disease causing bacteria
Lidl is recalling one of its products because it may contain disease causing bacteria which in rare cases can cause meningitis

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:43:22 +0100
Land near former Argos distribution centre could become temporary travellers' site
Land near the former Argos distribution centre in Bridgwater could be turned into a temporary travellers’ site if plans are approved.

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 14:11:00 +0100
Local performers to host charity musical theatre show in Bridgwater
THE McMillan Theatre in Bridgwater is set to host a musical theatre showcase to raise money for a mental health charity.

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:31:12 +0100
NSPCC advice for whether to leave kids at home this summer
PARENTS thinking of leaving their children at home while they head out are being urged to read the latest NSPCC advice.

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 09:20:00 +0100
Chard Museum to promote town’s history thanks to donation
A MUSEUM said it will promote local history after receiving a donation through the ‘Cash for Charities’ campaign.

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Young Somerset star Alfie Ogborne backs his ability
ALFIE Ogborne’s self belief has paid off and on Sunday playing against Middlesex in the Royal London One Day Cup he was rated as Somerset’s best bowler by the pundits.

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100
TEN little known motoring laws that could land you in court
NEW research shows more than 70 per cent of British drivers are breaking a little known law, which could see them facing fines of up to £1,000 or points on their licence.

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:37:08 +0100
UK schools considering three-day weeks from September ahead of teacher pay rise
Some schools will see an expected 300 per cent rise in energy costs.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 16:06:10 +0100
Pawlett Plod attracts runners from across Somerset
FOR the first time since July 2019, runners from across Somerset joined locals to compete in the Pawlett Plod.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 15:26:53 +0100
Met Office weather warning upgraded to amber in Somerset
The Met Office has upgraded its weather warning in Somerset from yellow to amber as storms set to sweep the county.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 15:22:12 +0100
Angel Place Shopping Centre Bridgwater under new ownership
ANGEL Place Shopping Centre in Bridgwater is now under new ownership following the acquisition of its owners Real Estate Investments Nederland BV.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:22:44 +0100
Bridgwater sit top of the Toolstation Western League
BRIDGWATER United have begun the Toolstation Western League season in magnificent fashion winning their two opening games 1-8 and 0-7.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:21:56 +0100
Bridgwater United Women train with legend Harry Redknapp
AS part of their final pre-season preparations the Bridgwater United Women squad headed to the South Coast on Sunday for training and team bonding.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:07:40 +0100
Upgrades for Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea play areas
SEDGEMOOR District Council have confirmed that a number of parks and play areas in the Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea area will be getting an upgrade.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:03:00 +0100
Gallery: Bridgwater Classic & Vintage Vehicle Show 2022
LOCAL petrolheads enjoyed looking at over 500 classic and vintage cars at a two-day show held in Bridgwater at the weekend.



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